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| Dear Friend, There is so much GOOD NEWS to share with you! We are excited to announce 2 new university partnerships! And if a partnership with Texas A&M wasn't exciting enough, Phoenix Center will also be partnering with Professor Holly Sterling at Texas State University to design new communications/marketing materials. 100% of the cost of future print materials will be fully funded by a very generous donor.
Since October 2015, when we first launched our capital campaign, over $2.6 million dollars has been pledged by generous local donors! Read more about our long term plans and vision here. Thank you for making our work possible. We truly could not fulfill our mission without YOU and your support. We are forever grateful. Thank you.
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| Sarah Garrett, LCSW, RPT Founder, Executive Director
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In this Issue: - Camp Phoenix Data Shows Positive Outcomes
- Presentation at International Conference
- One Child's Story
- Children's Art Exhibit
- Vehicle & Boat Donations
- Who We Are
- Connect With Us
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| Camp Phoenix Data Shows Positive Outcomes
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| This year's Camp Phoenix sessions were a success, with campers showing growth and positive outcomes! 189 children attended Camp Phoenix this spring and summer. We greatly appreicate the mental health professionals & graduate students who volunteered their time to make our camps a success for all! A very special thanks to Terry Gulden, Patia Strickland, and Megan & Taylor Maanao, who provided invaluable support with camp preparation, cooking and cleaning during all sessions. We are also thankful for all the donors who make our therapeutic camp sessions possible. We are proud to report tremendous growth in the campers we served!Overnight Survey Results
Overnight campers were given a pre & post survey consisting of Rosenberg’s Self-Esteem Scale.
Survey highlights include:
- Increased self-esteem based on an average of a 10.01 percent increase after just one overnight camp!
- 100% of campers reported that Camp Phoenix helped them make friends.
- 100% of campers reported they feel more confident about themselves after attending Camp Phoenix.
- 98% of campers reported there is an adult they can trust and talk to at Camp Phoenix.
- 95% of campers reported they now know how to take deep breaths to feel better.
Camper Quotes
"I'm not the only one struggling and I learned how not to be so shy." - Age 14
“I learned how to calm down in difficult situations.” Age 14
"I did the canyon crawl! It was really wobbly - but I said “I am safe. I am safe.” Age 7
“At camp I learned to take a deep breath when frustrated, mad, or sad - and to be yourself is more than enough.” -Age 12
“After camp, I feel beyond happy!” - Age 11
“At Camp, there's always someone there for you no matter what" -Age 15 “This was the best day of my life!” - Age 9 Thank you for all you do to support our Camp Phoenix sessions. Camp is often an invaluable and life-changing for our deserving, talented campers.
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| PHOENIX CENTER PRESENTATION AT INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE
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On June 9th, the Phoenix Center presented a lecture on our innovative model of care at an international conference in Banff, Canada! The conference featured a gathering of professionals from multiple disciplines with a focus on innovations in research, clinical practice and education in all areas related to child maltreatment and trauma. The keynote speaker was Bruce D. Perry, M.D., PhD - an internationally recognized expert on trauma and children's mental health.
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| ONE CHILD'S HEARTWARMING STORY
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DO NOT MISS reading the full story here... Below is an excerpt...
His mom gently laid a blanket over him, and Adam reached out to hold her hand.
“I love you, Mom,” he said, making eye contact.
“I love you, too,” she said, looking back at him.
Read the full story to learn why this will forever stand out as one of the most memorable, life-changing moments at the Phoenix Center.
We believe gorwth is always possible.
Thank you for helping the Phoenix Center make a life-changing difference.
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| In July, 2016, we presented our 3rd Annual Children's Art Therapy Exhibit at Marta Stafford Fine Art featuring original art by Phoenix Center children! We are so grateful for the opportunity to showcase the inspiring artwork of Phoenix Center youth for the 3rd year in a row! Check out our photo album here. Our reception was very well attended by children & community members. Thank you to all who attended. We greatly appreciate your support. A huge thank you Marta Stafford for your continued generosity and support! Please join us in supporting Marta's incredible local business... And stop by the gallery anytime to pick up our children's art note cards & Mabel plush toys! Learn more here.
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| Consider donating your used car, truck, van, motorcycle, boat, RV, trailer, airplane or ATV to the Phoenix Center! It's a tax-deductible donation, and we'll take care of everything, including pick up! Call 877-537-5277 to get started! Please mention that you'd like your donation to go to Camp Phoenix in Marble Falls, TX when you call!
Thank you in advance your support.
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| Our mission is to inspire hope, health and healing by providing the highest level of care to every child and family through innovative trauma-informed therapy and education. Phoenix Center is committed to meeting the need for high-quality, affordable mental health care for local children and families. When children have experienced trauma or abuse, research shows early intervention is critical for long-term well-being and health. Through our services, children in need are able to access exemplary mental health services, and ultimately thrive as individuals and families. OUR PROGRAMS Phoenix Counseling: Research-based therapy services for children who have experienced trauma, including play therapy for children as young as 2 years-old Phoenix Parenting: Free of cost, research-based parenting programs with documented results Phoenix After-School: Therapeutic children's groups which promote relaxation, coping, and social skills. We use innovative, experiential methods such as music therapy, art therapy, yoga/movement & animal-assisted therapy. Research shows these methods are developmentally appropriate and help the brain heal and grow. Camp Phoenix: Therapeutic camp sessions at Candlelight Ranch, including equine therapy and our own innovative therapeutic camp curriculum found nowhere else in Texas.
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